About the Crested Owl
The crested owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is the only species (monotypic) in the genus Lophostrix. It is a resident bird and occurs in Central America and northern South America. It is a medium-sized owl, easily recognizable with its very long whitish ear tufts and otherwise darker appearance. It inhabits lowland rainforests and prefers old growth in proximity with water. The crested owl is a strictly nocturnal species, but very little is known about its behaviour.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Strigiformes |
| Family | Owls (Strigidae) |
| Species | Lophostrix cristata |
| Species Codes | creowl1, CROW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Owl belong to?
The Crested Owl (Lophostrix cristata) belongs to the Owls family (Strigidae), in the order Strigiformes.
How can I identify the Crested Owl?
The crested owl is a species of owl in the family Strigidae. It is the only species (monotypic) in the genus Lophostrix. It is a resident bird and occurs in Central America and northern South America. It is a medium-sized owl, easily recognizable with its very long whitish ear tufts and otherwise da...
Where can I report a Crested Owl sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Owl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code creowl1, or on iNaturalist.
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